ShantiNiketan

Overview of Shantiniketan

Shantiniketan Phase 3 is an active independent living community in Tavares, FL, that offers a variety of purposely built senior residences. Dedicated to Indian adults, especially those 55+, the community offers a condo lifestyle for maintenance-free living. Housekeeping, food, and maintenance services are also offered to ensure residents experience a hassle-free living. The community can accommodate up to 300 families, striving to provide their necessities in retirement with plenty of amenities.

Prioritizing residents’ safety, the community is gated and only allows permitted guests. A common kitchen, a theater, and a swimming pool are among the community’s features dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness. With its ideal location in Tavares, residents are guaranteed easy access to their necessities and leisure. As one of the largest Indian retirement living communities in Florida, this community is a great choice for older adults seeking to live actively in their later years.

(352) 508-7060

Walk Score: 15 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

BBB Rating: A (Not Accredited)

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Profit StatusFor-Profit

No Alzheimer's certification

What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Private Rooms

Building Type: Single-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at ShantiNiketan

Independent Living

Long-Term Care Waiver

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

Age 65+ or 21+ disabled

General Florida resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High demand; waitlists common.

Benefits

In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Case management

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Florida CCE

Age 60+

General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.

Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies

Asset Limits $5,000 individual

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits

Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (up to 10 days/year)

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Age 60+

General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home placement; caregiver must be approved.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month individual, aligned with Medicaid thresholds

Asset Limits ~$2,000 (individual); varies by case manager discretion.

Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.

Benefits

Basic subsidy (~$160/month) for housing/medical costs; special subsidies for supplies/services (e.g., incontinence supplies, ~$50-$200/month)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Florida Medicaid PACE

Age 55+

General Florida resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Florida Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled

General Florida resident, living in approved facility, receiving SSI or low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, including SSI

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

Benefits

Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities

2.5 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Tavares's city center to ShantiNiketan's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.03 miles to nearest hospital (AdventHealth Waterman)

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Is ShantiNiketan in a walkable area?

ShantiNiketan has a walk score of 15. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Does ShantiNiketan operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

ShantiNiketan is registered as a for-profit in FL.

Who is the administrator of ShantiNiketan?

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What is the phone number of ShantiNiketan?

(352) 508-7060 will put you in contact with the team at ShantiNiketan.

Is ShantiNiketan Medicare or Medicaid certified?

ShantiNiketan is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.